Doc. Turner’s Subway Suicide by Arthur Leo Zagat is a gripping mystery that plunges readers into the depths of urban intrigue. When Dr. Turner, a respected physician, is found dead in a subway station, the initial conclusion is suicide. However, as detective John Barrett digs deeper, he discovers unsettling anomalies that suggest a sinister plot. With each clue leading to more questions, Barrett unravels a complex web of deceit involving powerful figures and hidden agendas. As the investigation unfolds, the truth behind Doc. Turner’s death becomes a perilous journey into the darkest corners of the city. Can Barrett expose the real cause before more lives are lost? Dive into this suspenseful mystery where every detail counts.
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Arthur Leo Zagat (1896–1949) was an American lawyer, prolific pulp fiction writer, and editor best known for his contributions to the horror, science fiction, and mystery genres. Born in New York City, Zagat served in World War I before pursuing a legal career. However, his passion for storytelling led him to writing, where he found success in the pulp magazine market of the 1920s and 1930s. Zagat authored hundreds of short stories and novellas, often collaborating with fellow writers like Nat Schachner. His most famous works include dystopian science fiction tales, eerie horror stories, and hard-boiled detective fiction. Zagat also contributed to serialized stories, such as the ‘Doc Savage’ adventures, and became a popular fixture in magazines like Weird Tales, Astounding Stories, and Argosy. His writing style is noted for its vivid, imaginative worlds and engaging plots. Zagat passed away in 1949, leaving behind a lasting legacy in the golden age of pulp fiction.